Description
Depending on how you ride, the unapologetically aero Argon 18 Anti Matter is either the ultimate race weapon or a rigid nightmare. This bike is built for riders who spend significant time on tarmac and fast dirt roads, trading micro-suspension and technical handling for pure speed and efficiency.
In this review, we break down why sacrificing comfort for aerodynamics makes sense for long endurance events, how the aggressive geometry impacts handling on chunky descents, and whether the dreaded toe overlap is a dealbreaker.
Read more about the Salsa Fargo 32 in our review on Velo: https://velo.outsideonline.com/gravel/gravel-gear/argon-18-anti-matter-gravel-bike-review/
Velo's 2027 Gravel Field Test is presented by:
Endura Sport - https://www.endurasport.com/
Schwalbe Tires - https://www.schwalbetires.com/
Easton Cycling - https://eastoncycling.com/collections/wheels
00:00 Is Aero the Future of Gravel?
00:30 Climbing Performance
02:44 Speed vs. Capability
03:18 Descending Performance
04:15 Where the Antimatter Excels
06:12 Who Is This Bike For?
08:05 Is Aero Really the Future of Gravel?
09:00 Can We Have Speed and Capability?